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Essential Tips for Irish Road Users
During warmer weather you may be thinking about using our roads network to go on holiday, have a day out, or visit friends and family. You may be travelling on roads that you are unfamiliar with. Whatever you’re looking to do, we want you to do it safely. In warm weather, road users should focus on maintaining vehicle readiness and being cautious on the road. Here are some tips to keep in mind
- Make sure your vehicle is fit for the journey
- Carry out recommended vehicle checks , do a walk around your vehicle before setting off
- Check the weather forecast for your route and destination
- If hot weather if forecast, take plenty of Drinking Water with you , enough for you and your passengers
- Allow plenty of time for your journey, to include regular breaks
- Check the travel conditions before setting out, and where it’s safe to do so, during the journey
- During periods of extreme hot weather, adjust your travel to avoid the hottest days and times if you can
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
Pack A Summer Kit
- Pack a Summer Kit, carry essential summer supplies just in case you need them, especially if there is a forecast for severe hot weather.
Essentials:
- Drinking Water
- Snacks that won’t melt and be affected by heat
- A fully charged mobile phone and charger
- A hat
- Sunglasses
- Sun Block
- Any emergency medication you may need
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
How we help you
Our traffic officers and control room teams closely monitor our roads to help keep people moving safely, including during extended periods of hot weather.
Our roads are designed and built to standards that are
considered best practice. They are highly resilient to extremes of weather, including hot weather.
In some isolated instances when it is very hot, tarmac can soften. In the most severe cases, we consider closing lanes for safety reasons. We monitor the network very closely during these times, to that we can carry out necessary repairs as quickly as possible
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
What to do if you break down
If your vehicle develops a problem, or if you see a red or amber warning light on your vehicle’s dashboard, leave the carriageway at the next exit or pull into a service station area if possible
DO NOT stop in a live lane unless absolutely necessaryBy following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
Think about other road users
Summer is popular time for cyclists, motorcyclists, pedestrians, e-scooter riders and horse riders to get out and about, so make sure to take care and to give them space and time
Slow down on sharp bends in case there’s a vulnerable road user around the corner
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
Cut out the Glare
Always take some sunglasses with you, as bright sunshine can lower your visibility and make driving more difficult
Avoid too dark shaded glasses as these can make driving more difficult also
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
Check it before you tow it
If you are planning to tow a caravan or trailer, make sure they’re also safe and roadworthy, particularly if they have not been used for some time. Do your walk around check.
Check whether you need towing mirrors on both driver and passenger sides
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
Watch the Temperature
During particularly hot weather, make sure your engine stays within the normal operating temperature range. If it begins to overheat, find somewhere safe to stop and allow it to cool
By following these essential guidelines and being prepared to expect the unexpected situations that can arise, you can contribute to a safer and more responsible roads and workplace environment for everyone. Stay Safe, Be Visible, Be Your Own Life Saver and always prioritise your well-being when exiting a vehicle on public roads.
Emergency Services Call 112
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